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HEA vs HUR Match Prediction: Who Will Win Today’s BBL 14 Match 36 Between Brisbane Heat And Hobart Hurricanes?

Akshita Patel

Hobart Hurricanes to face Brisbane Heat in BBL 2024-25 clash [Source: @BBL/X.com]Hobart Hurricanes to face Brisbane Heat in BBL 2024-25 clash [Source: @BBL/X.com]

Brisbane Heat will clash with Hobart Hurricanes in the 36th fixture of Big Bash League 2024-25. The Gabba Stadium of Brisbane will host the clash on January 16, starting from 2.00 PM IST.

Brisbane Heat

Brisbane Heat, placed fifth on the points table, face a do-or-die situation. Inconsistency has plagued their campaign this season, especially in converting starts into substantial scores. In the previous game against Adelaide Strikers, the bowling unit failed miserably to allow 251 runs. Despite notable efforts from the batting lineup, Heat fell short 56 runs to endure an embarrassing defeat. Heading into the next game, the Heat must correct mistakes from the last game to stay in contention for the playoffs.

Hobart Hurricanes

Hobart Hurricanes are back at the top of the table with 13 points in eight games. They won their last game against Melbourne Renegades to reclaim glory on the points table. Riley Meredith's three-wicket-haul limited Renegades to 154/7. In the second innings, a couple of steady knocks by Nikhil Chaudhary and Matthew Wade gave the Hurricanes a four-wicket win. With the Hurricanes firing on all cylinders and Brisbane struggling to find consistency, Hobart appears well-placed to extend their winning streak.

HEA vs HUR: Head to head in BBL

Matches Played
Heat Won
Hurricanes Won
No Result
2310130

How will the Gabba pitch behave?

The Gabba pitch will carry good pace and bounce, making it a paradise for batters who enjoy playing their shots freely. Fast bowlers may initially benefit from the surface, especially with the new ball. However, as the game progresses, the conditions tend to favour stroke-makers. 

The spinners may get some assistance in the latter stages of the match, if the pitch starts drying up, but they are not likely to dominate proceedings. Teams who win the toss normally prefer to chase, as the true bounce and even pace make targets achievable under lights.

Players to watch out for in HEA vs HUR Match 36

Brisbane Heat

Nathan McSweeney: McSweeney has been the standout batter for Brisbane Heat this season, amassing 176 runs in eight innings. He can stabilise the inning and provide impactful contributions.

Matthew Kuhnemann: He has been a revelation with the ball, taking 15 wickets in just seven innings. He is a big wicket-taker as well and picks some crucial ones at crucial moments.

Matt Renshaw: Renshaw has accumulated 200 runs in seven games this year. His small yet crucial contribution in the middle order will be crucial for the Heat.

Xavier Bartlett: He is a good seam bowler capable of delivering fine variations in death overs. The cricketer is also useful as a lower-order batter as he can add decent runs to his team.

Hobart Hurricanes

Tim David: Tim David's explosive batting has been a game-changer for the Hurricanes. With back-to-back half-centuries, he can turn games around in the death overs, making him an invaluable asset.

Riley Meredith: Meredith remains a top choice for his sheer pace and wicket-taking ability. He picked a three-wicket-haul in the previous game, Moreover, with 11 wickets to his name, he can make a significant impact, particularly at the Gabba. 

Mitchell Owen: Owen has amassed 226 runs this season for Hobart Hurricanes. His 176.56 strike rate states that Owen can maximise the powerplay with fearless hitting.

Nikhil Chaudhary: The all-rounder scored 36 runs and bowled three overs for just 17 runs in the last game. His all-round skills make him a crucial asset for the Hurricanes.

Today's Match Prediction: HEA vs HUR

Predicted Top Performers

Brisbane Heat – Nathan McSweeney, Matt Renshaw, Xavier Bartlett

Hobart Hurricanes - Tim David, Riley Meredith, Mitchell Owen

HEA vs HUR: Predicted Score

Predicted first innings score: 150-160

Predicted second innings score: 160-165

Predicted Result: The team bowling first will likely have an advantage in this match.